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First case of bird flu antibodies found in Dutch cow

The cow was investigated after avian influenza had previously been confirmed on the dairy farm in one of the cats.

NEWS 27 January 2026

First case of bird flu antibodies found in Dutch cow

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Second cow tests positive for bluetongue on Wexford farm

Second cow tests positive for bluetongue on Wexford farm

NEWS 27 January 2026

Conditions for live exports outlined in light of bluetongue case

Conditions for live exports outlined in light of bluetongue case

NEWS 26 January 2026

Results awaited of further bluetongue tests around outbreak farm

Results awaited of further bluetongue tests around outbreak farm

Results awaited of further bluetongue tests around outbreak farm

NEWS 26 January 2026

Dairy Management: slurry situation worsens as more rain on the way

Dairy Management: slurry situation worsens as more rain on the way

Dairy Management: slurry situation worsens as more rain on the way

MANAGEMENT 26 January 2026

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What’s next for proposed EU regulations on animal transport?

What’s next for proposed EU regulations on animal transport?

The proposals remain in the legislative negotiating phase and could come to the fore in the second half of 2026 during Ireland’s presidency of the Council of the European Union.

CALVES 22 January 2026

Exports to remain north of 200,000

Exports to remain north of 200,000

While a 10% decline is expected from the high point of over 223,000 calves exported in 2025, demand is expected to remain robust in key export markets.

CALVES 22 January 2026

Another case of bluetongue virus detected in Northern Ireland

Another case of bluetongue virus detected in Northern Ireland

The case at a premises near Portavogie, Co Down, does not require an extension to the temporary control zone currently in place.

NORTHERN IRELAND 22 January 2026

Agri jobs: 4,000ac tillage operation in Canada seeks farm worker

Agri jobs: 4,000ac tillage operation in Canada seeks farm worker

There are a variety of opportunities this week, from a Canadian tillage farm to a dairy farm manager in Laois and dairy farm assistants in Cork.

NEWS 22 January 2026

Farm Tech Talk: Bord Bia, sheep prices and pre-calving check list

Farm Tech Talk: Bord Bia, sheep prices and pre-calving check list

On this week’s Farm Tech Talk, the team discuss pre-calving check lists, spreading slurry, sheep price cuts and the Bord Bia controversy.

NEWS 22 January 2026

Camera at the Mart: dairy stock sell from €3.70/kg to €4/kg in Templemore Mart

Camera at the Mart: dairy stock sell from €3.70/kg to €4/kg in Templemore Mart

There was a good appetite for Friesian bullocks which sold from €3.60/kg to €3.80/kg, while traditional breeds ranged on average from €3.75/kg to upwards of €4/kg.

MARKETS 22 January 2026

Supporting udder health and comfort in early lactation

Supporting udder health and comfort in early lactation

The period after calving is one of the most challenging times for dairy cows, particularly when it comes to inflammation and udder health.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 22 January 2026

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Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

The Cavan Spring Farm Machinery Show takes place on 4 and 5 February at the Cavan Equestrian Centre, offering farmers a first look at the machines and technology driving the season ahead.

Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

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